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Licenses

Find information on how to obtain licenses with Boulder County.

Body Art Licensing

For businesses that provide tattoo or piercing services. View the Body Art Licensing page.

Child Care Licensing

Resources for child care providers. View the Child Care Licensing page.

Civil Union License

Apply for a civil union license in Boulder County. View the Civil Union License page.

Contractor Licensing

For anyone who engages in any type of work for compensation for which a building permit is required. View the Contractor Licensing page.

Driver’s Licenses

Driver’s licenses are issued and renewed by the Colorado Department of Revenue. View the Driver’s License page.

Hauler License

For hauling companies that collect, transport or dispose of discarded materials (garbage, recyclables, trash or compostables). View the Hauler License page.

Liquor Licensing

Liquor licenses in unincorporated Boulder County are administered by the Boulder County Commissioners’ Office. View the Liquor Licensing page.

Marijuana Licensing

Set up a marijuana business in unincorporated Boulder County. View the Marijuana Licensing page.

Marriage License

Getting married in Boulder County. View the Marriage License page.

Restaurant and Food Vendor Licensing

For restaurants, grocery, caterers and mobile food trucks and units. View the Restaurant and Food Vendor Licensing page.

Septic System Professional Licensing

For installers of Onsite Wastewater System (OWS) systems. View the Septic System Professional Licensing page.

Short-Term Rental Licensing

For anyone who operates a short-term rental in unincorporated Boulder County (such as VRBO or Airbnb). View the Short-Term Rental Licensing page.

Vehicle Licensing

The Motor Vehicle division handles license plates, disability parking placard and automobile registration. View the Vehicle Licensing page.

Can’t find what you are looking for? Try looking in Permits.